FROM: Rijeka, Croatia
PROFESSION: Professional Skipper (18+ years experience)
BACKGROUND:
- Fourth-generation Croatian sailor
- Naval engineering degree from University of Rijeka
- Former Croatian Navy reserve officer
- Environmental marine protection advocate
FAVORITE ROUTES:
Northern Adriatic Circuit: Pula → Rovinj → Krk → Cres → Mali Lošinj
Central Dalmatian Islands: Split → Brač → Hvar → Vis → Korčula
Kornati National Park: Šibenik → Kornati Archipelago → Dugi Otok
VESSEL PREFERENCE: Monohull sailboats (Bavaria 46 or Hanse 458) "Perfect for Croatian waters - stable in the Bora and responsive in light winds!"
CULINARY SPECIALTY: Fresh Adriatic fish brodetto with homemade bread
GUEST REVIEWS: "Josip knows every hidden cove in Dalmatia - it's like sailing with a local legend." "His weatherlore is spot-on, always finding the best anchorage before storms."
